In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we take a look at two very recent cases that highlight the severe consequences of toxic relationships and senseless violence. First, we’ll explore the tragic story of the missing Georgia firefighters who were found dead after trying to end a toxic relationship. The details of their disappearance and subsequent discovery reveal the dark side of relationships gone horribly wrong.
Suicides and Cold Cases: Unraveling the Mystery of Boys on the Train Tracks
Hey Ya’ll! Julie Mattson here, your host and a forensic death investigator. This week on “Pushing Up Lilies,” we’re delving into the somber reality of dealing with suicides. I’ll be sharing some of my experiences and the emotional challenges faced when investigating these tragic deaths.
Maine Shooter Robert Card and Military Suicides
In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, I invite you to walk alongside me as we explore the heart-wrenching case of Robert Card, a name that resonates with the unsettling complexities of mental illness.
Silenced by the Screen: The Tragic Story of Conrad Roy and Michelle Carter
In this profoundly moving episode of Pushing Up Lilies, I take you through the heart-wrenching story of Conrad Roy and Michelle Carter. In this episode we explore the devastating consequences of their ill-fated relationship, which took a horrifying turn towards the unimaginable: a suicide that would make headlines around the world.
When Suicides Collide with Unseen Victims
In this episode, I invite you to step into my world as a forensic death investigator, where we explore a haunting aspect of my work that often goes unnoticed – suicides involving pedestrians and vehicles.
The Increase of Chemical Suicides
In today’s episode, we delve into a chilling and distressing phenomenon sweeping the globe—the alarming increase in chemical suicides. Chemical suicides, also known as detergent suicides or detergent deaths, involve the deliberate mixing of lethal chemicals to produce toxic gases, typically hydrogen sulfide (H2S), which can be rapidly fatal even at low concentrations.
The Final Sanctuary: Deaths in Home and Hotel Bathrooms
In today’s episode, we delve into the haunting cases of individuals who met their untimely demise in the privacy of their own home or hotel bathrooms. We will explore the mysterious deaths that occurred within these seemingly ordinary spaces, where hidden truths and unanswered questions lurk behind closed doors.
The Hart Family Murder-Suicide
On today’s episode, we explore the heartbreaking story of the Hart family murder-suicide. On March 26th, 2018, the family’s SUV was found at the bottom of a cliff in California, with the bodies of all eight family members inside.
Head Trauma and Homicide: Exploring the Louisville Shooter and WWE Superstar Murders
In this gripping episode, I delve into the disturbing connection between head trauma and homicide, specifically examining the cases of the Louisville Shooter and a WWE Superstar, Chris Benoit.
Weird, Different Ways That People Have Died in a Hotel
I’m your host Julie Mattson. As a death investigator, I have worked many scenes at hotels, from homicides to suicides. Today I want to share with you a few stories on the many weird and different ways that people have died in a hotel.